The Egyptian international has struggled for first team football since joining the London club last January, prompting him to look for opportunities away from Stamford Bridge.

Salah has been regularly linked with a move to Serie A in recent weeks, with Inter thought to be keen on the 22-year-old.

Despite joining the Blues for £11m early last year, the loan deal is likely to include an option to make the move permanent at the end of the season.

The deal is thought to be all but finalised, with the former Basel winger expected to be on his way to Italy in the next 48 hours.

Salah’s first team chances at Stamford Bridge have been severely limited, making just seven appearances for the club this campaign. With most of those being from the bench, it is no wonder he is looking for an exit from the Premier League leaders.